Forging Forward Podcast

Josh Davis, PhD  joshdavisphd.com — co-author of the USA Today bestseller The Difference that Makes the Difference and author of Two Awesome Hours — joins Forging Forward to break down why high-capable people stay stuck and what actually creates real change. This conversation goes deeper than surface-level mindset. We unpack the "model of the world" driving your decisions, how invisible beliefs sh...

When everything around you feels chaotic—news, stress, uncertainty—it's easy to lose your footing. But most people don't fall apart because of the world. They fall apart because they lose their center. In this episode, We break down what it actually means to stay grounded when life feels unstable. Not by ignoring reality, but by building internal structure, controlling what you can, and refusing t...

In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam sits down with Omar Ritter, author of the book West Point to Wall Street. Omar shares the story of his journey from the demanding leadership environment of the United States Military Academy at West Point into the high-stakes world of finance. Along the way he developed a philosophy centered on discipline, accountability, and building a life based on strong...

What does it actually mean to parent intentionally in a culture that constantly pulls families toward more noise, more pressure, and more consumption? In this episode of Forging Forward, I sit down with Flora McCormick , host of the Sustainable Parenting podcast , to talk about what it looks like to raise grounded, resilient children without falling into perfectionism or burnout. This conversation...

Episode Bio AI therapy is no longer theoretical — it's already happening. In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam interviews Grok, an AI built for conversation, to explore what happens when technology steps into the therapy room. Through real client scenarios, this episode tests how AI responds to emotional struggle, men who find it hard to open up, and moments of psychological risk — then breaks...

In this episode of Forging Forward, Adam and Andy address a recent, widely discussed incident in the Bozeman community involving allegations against a therapist who also held a position of public authority. Without naming individuals or speculating on outcomes, the conversation focuses on what situations like this reveal about professional ethics, power dynamics, and the responsibility that comes...

Moral fatigue isn't burnout, and it's not depression. It's what happens when you're constantly trying to do the right thing in a system that never stops asking more of you. In this episode of Forging Forward, We break down moral fatigue—how it shows up in men who care deeply about their work, their families, and their values, yet feel increasingly numb, cynical, or quietly resentful. We talk about...

Go to NapLab for the best mattress reviews In this episode of  Forging Forward , Adam sits down with Derek Hales , founder of NapLab , to break down one of the most misunderstood pillars of mental health: S leep . Sleep isn't just about feeling rested. It's about emotional regulation, decision-making, impulse control, anxiety, depression, and long-term brain health. Yet most people are guessing th...

Email us with questions or comments at: Forgingforwardpod@gmail.com In this episode of Forging Forward, we take an honest look at Dry January and what actually happens when you take a break from alcohol. We talk through the real changes people notice in sleep, anxiety, mood, energy, and focus, along with the psychological shifts that often show up once alcohol is out of the picture. This is not ab...

Forging Forward — Episode: Losing Hope What happens when the future feels closed, motivation disappears, and everything starts to feel pointless? In this episode of Forging Forward , therapists Adam Thorne and Andy Kemp go straight into one of the quietest and most dangerous emotional states there is: losing hope. They break down how hopelessness actually forms in the nervous system, why people of...

About the Hosts: Adam Thorne Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965 Andy Kemp Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276 If you're feeling shut out, dismissed, or unsure whether your experiences "qualify," reach out to Adam or Andy for personalized support. Both offer free consultations—book yours to...

Gaslighting About the Hosts: Adam Thorne Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1441965 Andy Kemp Psychology Today Profile: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/andrew-andy-kemp-bozeman-mt/879276 If you're struggling with manipulation, emotional abuse, or any mental health concerns, reach out to Adam or Andy for personalized support. Both offer free consultation...

As the days grow shorter and the Montana winters settle in here in Bozeman, many of us feel that familiar drag—low energy, persistent sadness, cravings for comfort foods, or just a sense that motivation has packed up and left for sunnier skies. If this sounds like you, you're not alone: it's Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), a real form of depression that hits reliably with the changing seasons....

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.   In this episode, we're thrilled to have Shawn in town, so we're recording in person together—thoug...

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life. This weeks guest is Mike Beckingham https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5672421/

  On this episode of  Manmade Podcast , I sit down with my lifelong friend, Mike Beckingham , to explore the profound impact of grief. Mike recently lost his father and is nearing the 10-year anniversary of his mother's passing. Together, we examine the emotional and psychological dimensions of these losses, unpacking the strategies he's found effective in navigating this dual bereavement. From re...

Welcome to Mind Matters This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life. Contact us at: getmanmadepodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life. This week we are showcasing our first episode of Mind Matters a radio call-in advice show that airs...

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.   Creating harmonious relationships is like being part of an orchestra where everyone is playing dif...

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life. Contact us at:  getmanmadepodcast@gmail.com

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.   Alright, picture this: You're minding your own business, living your life, when suddenly, out of n...

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.   Awkward interactions are like uninvited guests at the party of life; they just show up, usually at...

Welcome to the ManMade Podcast This Podcast is with Shawn Helvey and Adam Thorne. Shawn is a licensed behavioral health counselor and Adam is a graduate student in behavioral health counseling. They've known each other for over 25 years and talk every week about the trials and tribulations of life.   Shallow self-discipline, as practiced by some life coaches, can often resemble a motivational post...